As a young boy his passion for was for football. Unlike most otheer boys this passion did not die out as he grew, his skill and determination led him to the entertain the prospect of a professional sporting career. This dream was crushed when he suffered an accident and broke his foot at the age of 14 (1974).

In 1986 Almodovar cast him in the staring role of his new film Matador. This film was a hit with the viewing public and brought Antonio critical acclaim.
His career from then on went from good to better. Now being recognised as one of Almodovar’s favourites he was not short of work. Up until the early nineties he remained one of Spain's favourite actors. His natural charm and ability to seduce the camera endeared him to women and men alike. His role in 1988 Almodovar comedy 'Mujeres al Borde De Un Atauqe de Nervios' (Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown) introduced him to fellow actress Ana Leza who he married that year.

He divorced from Ana Leza in 1996 after meeting and subsequently falling for Melanie Griffith on the set of comedy film 'Two Much'. He married Melaine the same year
He is also the owner of a perfume label that bears his name and markets the scent 'Diavolo'.
Shortly before filming The Mambo Kings he did an interview for a U.S. magazine. at this point his English left a lot to be desired. When asked how to he would liked to be addressed he replied that the reporter could call him 'Tony Flags'.
A few years ago he bought a lifetime season ticket for all of Malaga's football teams (Malaga C.F) games. He has recently aquired shares in the club and donates money regulary to them.
He also co-founded an old age home for actors in Madrid last year.

IMDB helped me with the names, times and the complete filmography
* - Denotes titles that I have translated and in some cases may be incorrect. Theese films have not been released outside of Spain that I am aware of. Please /msg me if I have made a mistake.